Although he started his career in the 60s, he has fans among representatives of every generation. he was not only a stage and television star, but above all an outstanding multi-instrumentalist, composer and singer. He promoted many hits that still enjoy the sympathy of listeners, and the most popular are “Start with Bach”, “I like to go back to where I was” or “I want to watch the world with you”.
He was a man of many talents. He sang, acted and acted on the screen
was born on May 6, 1950 in Kraków. His father was a trumpet player in a symphony orchestra and his mother was a soprano singer, so music was present in his life from an early age. He first played the violin, later he also started learning to play the trumpet. He graduated from music school with honors, and his mentor was Juliusz Weber. He made his stage debut as a 16-year-old in the big beat band Czarne Perły, and a year later he performed for the first time on the stage of the Piwnica pod Baranami cabaret. The year 1968 was a breakthrough. Then, together with the band Anawa, he performed during the 6th National Song Festival in Opole, making himself known to a wider audience. It was then that he began a fruitful collaboration with .
He revealed his vocal talent only in 1972. He sang in a duet with with Krystyna Prońko, Andrzej Rybiński and Zdzisława Sośnicka. Although he composed many hits, one of the greatest turned out to be “Pszczółka Maja” created for the needs of the animated fairy tale. “I’m not going to be offended by the world for being the cartoon bee guy for many people.” There are as many as seven excellent albums in Wodecki’s discography. He also performed successfully on the screen. Viewers can remember his episodic roles in such series as “Honey Years”, “Klan” or “Świat According to Kiepski”. He also appeared on television as the host of the “Droga do Gwiazda” program, or as a juror in .
He joked that only an Oscar could be the culmination of his work. He died without fulfilling his dream
Zbigniew Wodecki was not only an excellent artist, but also a good man. He willingly gave charity, supporting various types of social campaigns. He also involved his wife, Krystyna, whom he married in 1971. “I certainly got more than I expected from fate,” he said proudly, admitting that he considers his family one of his greatest successes. The singer had three children. He believed that all professional achievements are the result of persistent and consistent work. “I’m constantly rushing somewhere,” he said of his workaholism. And although he was fulfilled, he joked that “to be completely happy, an Oscar for film music would be useful.” “I’m working on it,” he added with a laugh.
On May 5, 2017, the artist underwent a bypass surgery. Although the procedure was serious, he felt well and did not complain of any ailments. When he suffered a massive stroke the next day, doctors were shocked. The best specialists fought for his life for over two weeks, but the changes turned out to be irreversible. Zbigniew Wodecki died on May 22, 2017 at the age of 67.
Source: Gazeta
Bruce is a talented author and journalist with a passion for entertainment . He currently works as a writer at the 247 News Agency, where he has established himself as a respected voice in the industry.
